RCT youngsters get in the Commonwealth spirit with free leisure activities

The High 5 scheme run by RCT Council this year coincides with the Commonwealth Games

Children, young people and their families in Rhondda Cynon Taff can be a part of the Commonwealth Games sporting fever by using local leisure services for free.

Swimming pools and leisure centres across the county borough will provide free swimming and sporting activities throughout the school summer holidays through the ‘High 5’ scheme.

There will also be a range of fantastic Commonwealth Games-inspired days to help the summer holidays fly by.

In total, 19 talented Rhondda Cynon Taff residents will fly the flag for the county borough at this summer’s Glasgow games, competing in 11 sports from today, when the games officially start.

Young people can have a taste of sporting success at their local leisure centre or swimming pool from Monday, July 21, by taking advantage of the free facilities.

Councillor Ann Crimmings, cabinet member for environment, leisure and sport, said: “We are pleased to welcome High 5 back to all of our leisure centres and swimming pools for the long school holidays, offering a free way for families to get together over the summer, enjoy access to leisure, try new sports and, hopefully, be inspired by our home-grown Commonwealth talent.

“We know what a struggle the school holidays can be for parents and carers, trying to fill the six weeks with activities that don’t break the bank.

“High 5 throws open a world of leisure and removes barriers such as cost, allowing families to come together and have fun during the holidays, It allows children, their parents or carers free taster sessions in a range of different activities.

“Hopefully, they will enjoy and get further involved with. Who knows – this year’s High 5 could generate the RCT stars of the next Commonwealth Games or Olympics.”

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